I Deserved to Win the ‘Artiste of the Year’ Award – King Promise

Afrobeats sensation King Promise has discussed losing the highly sought-after TGMA ‘Artist of the Year’ prize to Reggae/Dancehall artist Stonebwoy.

During his interview with YouTuber Kwadwo Sheldon, the “Commando” hitmaker contended that despite it being a competition that didn’t always turn out in his favor, he believed he was deserving of the award.

“I was hoping to win. I think it’s normal for anybody who has done amazingly well to think so.

“I don’t have to say I deserved it for you to even know that I deserved it; because if I didn’t, I wouldn’t be in the category.

“But also, it’s a competition. It could go your way or might go another way, which is fine. In the end, in my heart, and my fans’ hearts, everybody knew it was supposed to be us,” he stated.

King Promise, on the other hand, extended congratulations to Stonebwoy for his win, emphasizing that the TGMAs are primarily about celebrating Ghanaian music and recognizing the dedication of all artists involved.

“For me, it was a nice moment to celebrate Ghanaian music and do what I do beautifully.

“And when someone else wins, it doesn’t mean the world has to come to an end. And this is someone who also represents Ghanaian music to a certain level that I respect.

“So of course I was always going to congratulate him. I always congratulate everybody when they win,” he said.

Watch the interview below